Two new EPKs (Electronic Press Kits) have been posted in the Media section.

The 26 year-old Chicago native, Brooke Barrettsmith, has written a collection of uniquely crafted songs, melding her love of musical influences Jeremy Camp, Daughtry and Kelly Clarkson, with passionate lyrics reflecting messages of faith and encouragement.

Though only in her mid-twenties, Brooke has already dealt with her share of challenges including an early struggle with severe anxiety. As a teenager, she suffered from frequent panic attacks rendering her helpless at times. By renewing her mind in the Word of God daily and leaning on her parents for encouragement, Brooke was gradually able to overcome the attacks. This experience serves as one of the catalysts for writing her debut songs, and she speaks about it to teen and college women at regional events, including Unlimited Hope Women’s conferences. At home, Brooke is a youth group leader at her local church and studies at Moody Bible College.

In 2006, Brooke made it to the Top 40 contestants on Fox TV’s Season Five of American Idol® (Chris Daughtry, Mandisa, Katherine McPhee). Adept at guitar and piano, as well as a prolific writer, Brooke’s musical heritage runs deep. Both her grandmothers were performers in Chicago, one a Broadway singer and the other an Italian opera singer. Her father, now a non-denominational Bible church pastor, was a professional blues drummer and played venues with legends like Buddy Guy and B.B. King.

The CD will be specially priced at only $14.99 or less when it arrives at Canadian Christian retailers on August 19th.

Enriched with his own unique and uncompromising style, Alvin Slaughter hopes that Overcomer will bring life-changing principles and leadership skills that will inspire and motivate thousands across age, gender, and denominational lines.

As the former lead male vocalist of the multiple GRAMMY® Award winning Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir and frequent guest and host for TBN, Slaughter is best known for his cross-cultural songs and smooth blending of gospel and contemporary Christian music.

Each song on this release, including “We’re Destined To Win” and “Great Grace”, delivers passionate, enthusiastic and entertaining messages to both teach and encourage. His inspiring messages of hope in overcoming life’s obstacles are based on his own lessons learned and breakthrough journey. Slaughter is committed to helping others across the world apply these principles in their individual lives and relationships.

In addition to his EPK, we have several Overcomer video song stories available. The album is available now.

Head over to the YMZ Media section to view these EPKs.

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